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M3 CS vs Panamera Turbo Executive

BMW · Porsche

1/4 Mile winner
M3 CS
Beats the Panamera Turbo Executive by 0.35s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the M3 CS beats the Panamera Turbo Executive comfortably, finishing 0.35 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the M3 CS thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power
543 hp
550 hp
0–100 km/h
3.5s
3.8s
Top speed
302 km/h
306 km/h
Engine
3.0L Twin-Turbo I6
4.0L Twin-Turbo V8
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
650 Nm
770 Nm
Price
$122,000
$175,200

Simulated race times

Distance
M3 CS
Panamera Turbo Executive
100 m
4.990s
5.180s
1/8 mile
7.366s
7.629s
1/4 mile
11.050s
11.404s
1 km
19.721s
20.195s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: M3 CS is $122,000 vs $175,200 for the Panamera Turbo Executive — a $53,200 gap. 0–100 km/h: M3 CS is 0.30s quicker (3.5s vs 3.8s).

FAQ

Which is faster, the M3 CS or the Panamera Turbo Executive?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the M3 CS is faster, beating the Panamera Turbo Executive by 0.35 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the M3 CS vs the Panamera Turbo Executive?

The M3 CS hits 100 km/h in 3.5 seconds, while the Panamera Turbo Executive does it in 3.8 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The M3 CS produces 543 hp; the Panamera Turbo Executive produces 550 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The M3 CS tops out at 302 km/h, and the Panamera Turbo Executive reaches 306 km/h.

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